Role of the

GRoup Leader

The group leader should

have the overall responsibility for the supervision and conduct of the group and should have regard to the health and safety of the group.
follow the school's regulations, guidelines and policies.
be able to control and lead participants of the relevant age range.
be suitably competent to instruct participants in an activity.
ensure that adequate first aid provision will be available.
undertake the briefing of group members and parents.
review the activities that the group will take part in and let the school know if any special arrangements are needed for the group.
have enough information on the participants proposed for the excursion to assess their suitability.
ensure that the school has details of participants’ additional support or medical needs that may be required during the course.
ensure that the required Parental Consent or Student Consent is obtained from every group member.
assist the school in communication with students and resolution of problems.
help supervise students in their breaks, free time (when student age requires), and activities.

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